- CJP protest planned at Jantar Mantar against alleged poll riggings.
- Thousands of additional CAPF and police personnel deployed in Delhi.
- Delhi Police warns against illegal gatherings, citing legal consequences.
CJP Delhi Protest: Ahead of the Cockroach Janta Party's (CJP) protest at Delhi's Jantar Mantar on Saturday, the security arrangements have been tightened across the city to maintain law and order. As per the reports, around 11,000 additional Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) personnel are being deployed in the capital city at least till October 12. The Abhijeet Dipke-led group is set to begin its protest against the alleged poll riggings, further demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar.
Additional Force Deployed
Around 11000 CAPF personnel will be deployed across the national capital in the coming days, taking the total central force presence in the city to 26000, reported Hindustan Times, citing credible sources. Apart from this, around 20000 Delhi police personnel are also likely to be deployed during the protest, reported NDTV.
Delhi Police Issue Warning
Ahead of the demonstration, the Delhi police has also clarified that permission for any protest has not been granted. The officials further stated that any kind of illegal gathering must be avoided, further asking the residents to not participate in any such protest. They further warned that those involved in such illegal gatherings could face long-term legal consequences.
"Section 163 is in effect, meaning protests are not permitted—neither at Jantar Mantar nor anywhere else. Any gathering will be considered illegal, and we would be compelled to take necessary legal action against it. I would like to urge the protestors not to participate in such illegal gatherings," Delhi Police DCP Shrishti Pandey was quoted as saying by news agency ANI.
"Please prioritise your own safety as well. Also, consider the safety of your family. Regarding protests that are illegal—there is a proper way to participate in the process. By joining an illegal protest, you could end up facing long-term legal consequences," she added.
Abhijeet Dipke To Lead Protest
Earlier, CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke alleged wrongdoings by CEC Gyanesh Kumar, further demanding his removal and a detailed probe into the functioning of the poll body. He further asserted that the pressure group will not leave the protest site until Kumar's resignation. Earlier in July, CJP led a massive protest against the then Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, leading to his resignation.